1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | HR-V | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
